Tomato Bulgur Pilaf (Turkish Bulgur Pilavi)

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5.0

9 reviews
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  • Prep Time

    15 mins

  • Cook Time

    15 mins

  • Total Time

    40 mins

  • Servings

    4

  • Calories

    315 kcal

  • Course

    Side Dish

  • Cuisine

    Turkish

Tomato Bulgur Pilaf (Turkish Bulgur Pilavi)

Bulgur pilaf is a classic, hearty Turkish side dish made with peppers and onions, featuring a rich and satisfying tomato flavor.

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Ingredients

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  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 yellow onion diced
  • 1 red bell pepper seeded and diced
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups coarse bulgur wheat rinsed
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 2 cups chicken stock or water
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Instructions

  1. In a large saucepan add the oil over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for 2 minutes, then add the red bell pepper. Cook another minute before adding the tomato paste. Cook out the tomato paste for 2 minutes and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Add the bulgur wheat, butter and chicken stock, stirring to combine and bring to a boil.
  3. Turn heat to low and cover for 20 minutes, or until all liquid has been absorbed. Fluff with a fork and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Recipe adapted from Sabrina Ghayour's Persiana.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 315kcal (16%) Carbohydrates 46g (15%) Protein 10g (20%) Fat 12g (18%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 7g Trans Fat 0.1g Cholesterol 11mg (4%) Sodium 558mg (23%) Potassium 504mg (14%) Fiber 10g (40%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 1150IU (23%) Vitamin C 42mg (47%) Calcium 33mg (3%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 315 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 315kcal 16%
Carbohydrates 46g 15%
Protein 10g 20%
Fat 12g 18%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 7g 35%
Trans Fat 0.1g 5%
Cholesterol 11mg 4%
Sodium 558mg 23%
Potassium 504mg 11%
Fiber 10g 40%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 1150IU 23%
Vitamin C 42mg 47%
Calcium 33mg 3%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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